A patient's medication order indicates that he
is to receive a dose of cosyntropin (Cortrosyn). The nurse is aware that this drug is used to diagnose which condition?
a. Adrenocortical insufficiency
b. Diabetes insipidus
c. Myasthenia gravis
d. Pituitary dwarfism
ANS: A
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Which of the following interventions should be followed to protect the nurse's safety when making a home visit?
A. Do not wear identifying clothing or a name badge. B. Make an unannounced visit. C. Have another individual stay in the car during a visit in an unsafe neighborhood. D. Lock all personal items and supplies in the trunk of the car.
Gardner states that integrated leaders-managers distinguish themselves from more traditional managers in six ways. Which is a distinguishing trait of a traditional manager rather than an integrated leader-manager?
A) They are politically astute. B) They look outward, toward the larger organization. C) They extend influence only to their own group. D) They emphasize vision, values, and motivation.
The nurse is aware that passive immunity to bronchiolitis has been approved for high-risk children with the administration of_______________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the drugs used by a polysubstance abuser is most likely to be responsible for withdrawal symptoms requiring both medical intervention and nursing support?
A. Opiates B. Marijuana C. Barbiturates D. Hallucinogens